Aphrodite's Bath

Everyone has heard about Aphrodite's Rock, and many of you have probably been there, but Aphrodite’s bath is a rarer sightseeing spot.

• Aphrodite's Baths
• The Legend of Adonis
• Surroundings of the Baths
• How to Get to the Baths
• Frequently Asked Questions

Aphrodite's Baths

In this natural cave located within the Akamas National Park, there is a shallow pool surrounded by ferns and a large fig tree that provides shade. The pool is fed by a natural spring. It is believed that the waters here possess special rejuvenating properties.

The Legend of Adonis

According to myths, Aphrodite regularly bathed in this pool, and it was here that she first met her love—Adonis—who drank from the water while hunting. They regularly met near this spring, and after Adonis' death during a boar hunt, the goddess of beauty continued to come here.

Surroundings of the Baths

The baths themselves are just a small part of what is offered here. Entering the Akamas nature reserve park from the parking lot leading to the grotto, you will pass through a botanical garden where most of the perennial local plants of this region grow.

From the baths, you can take a walk along the legendary path where the goddess of love walked after bathing, and also sit under a large oak tree where Aphrodite rested (it is located here). The trail splits into two hiking routes named "Aphrodite" and "Adonis." Both routes are approximately 5 km long and will take you around two hours to complete.

From the coastal trail, you can enjoy magnificent views of the sea. There are places for swimming and relaxation on some nearby beaches.

Besides, some ancient artifacts related to the "Path of Aphrodite" are kept in the local archaeological museum of Marion-Arsinoe in Polis Chrysochous, which is worth visiting if you are in this area.

How to Get to Aphrodite's Baths

Aphrodite's Baths are far from all major cities of Cyprus, such as Limassol, Larnaca, and Nicosia. Even from Paphos, it takes about an hour to get here. The nearest major city is Polis.

• You can reach Polis by bus 641 from Paphos. From there, it is almost 10 kilometers by taxi.

The best option is to rent a car. For example, there are options for less than 10 euros; see the screenshot below. You can check current offers for your dates at this link.

By car, you can reach from Paphos in less than an hour, from Limassol in an hour and a half, from Larnaca in two hours, from Ayia Napa, Protaras, and Paralimni in two and a half or three hours. From Nicosia, you can reach in less than two hours, but only if you drive through the northern part of the island, crossing the border with the TRNC twice and purchasing insurance for travel to the north. The roads in Cyprus are very beautiful, so you will constantly be stopping to take photos!

• The location of Aphrodite's Baths can be found on the map below the text.

Frequently Asked Questions About Aphrodite's Baths

Where to park near Aphrodite's Baths?

Parking at the entrance to the attraction is located at these coordinates: 35.05601316906495, 32.34686679397026 (clicking the link will open the point in Google Maps).

Where to eat near Aphrodite's Baths?

Near the parking lot, there is a restaurant called "Baths Of Aphrodite" with excellent views of the Mediterranean coast and traditional Cypriot dishes.

Can you buy souvenirs near Aphrodite's Baths?

In addition to parking and the restaurant, there is also a souvenir shop with standard tourist products on the premises. Besides, you can buy something in nearby Polis.

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